Severe ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome: an intensive care disease

Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome is a severe and potentially fatal iatrogenic disease that affects 2% of women subjected to pharmacological induction of ovulation. The newest data on the clinical picture, risk factors, pathophysiology and management of this disease, are reviewed.

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Published in:Revista medíca de Chile 1998-09, Vol.126 (9), p.1117-1125
Main Authors: Huneeus, A, Alba, J F, Vantman, D
Format: Article
Language:Spanish
Subjects:
Female
Humans
Intensive Care Units
Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome - diagnostic imaging
Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome - physiopathology
Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome - therapy
Ovulation Induction - adverse effects
Risk Factors
Severity of Illness Index
Ultrasonography
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Summary:Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome is a severe and potentially fatal iatrogenic disease that affects 2% of women subjected to pharmacological induction of ovulation. The newest data on the clinical picture, risk factors, pathophysiology and management of this disease, are reviewed.
ISSN:0034-9887